These Funny Christmas Movies Will Even Get the Grinch of the Family Laughing
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."
There is no time like the present to start your annual Christmas movie marathon! And if you’re anything like us you agree that the best kind of Christmas movies are Christmas comedies, of course! Though if you're looking for animated Christmas movies, romantic Christmas movies or Christmas movies for kids, we've got you covered there too. Nothing gets you in the holly jolly holiday spirit quite like a good (Santa) belly laugh. From Christmas classics to brand new 2023 releases, there are so many Christmas comedy movies to choose from. Whether you're movie night is adults only or a whole family affair, we've got movies fit for any age group that the whole family will love from Elf to The Grinch to Home Alone.
2023 has not disappointed with the Christmas comedy releases. So far, we have a stellar line-up including: Candy Cane Lane, Family Switch, Dashing Through The Snow, EXmas and Best. Christmas. Ever!. So kick your feet up, get cozy and grab the remote to usher in the holiday season with the merriest of movie marathons. Whether you're a subscriber to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, MAX or Prime Video, there's a movie or two here for you. Now you have you perfect movie marathon list all that's left to do is check is twice to make sure you don't miss a personal favorite or new flick you'll love.
Candy Cane Lane
Eddie Murphy stars in this new 2023 Amazon Original. Competing with his neighbors for the most well decorated house on the block, he finds himself tricked into signing his life away to an elf.
See the original post on Youtube
Family Switch
Did someone say Freaky Friday Christmas edition? When a family can't seem to relate, they're placed in each others bodies until they can figure out how to see from each others perspectives.
See the original post on Youtube
Dashing Through The Snow
Eddie (Ludacris) stopped believing in the magic of Christmas years ago, but when he and his younger daughter meet a man claiming to be Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, his faith may just be restored.
See the original post on Youtube
EXmas
Surprising his family by coming home for Christmas, Graham finds his ex-fiancee already celebrating with his family. The two exes battle for Graham's family's approval, attempting to oust each other.
See the original post on Youtube
Best. Christmas. Ever!
Charlotte thinks her old friends Jackie's life is too good to be true. When they're thrown together on Christmas she makes it her mission to find out the truth.
See the original post on Youtube
A Christmas Story Christmas
In the long-awaited sequel to a holiday classic, Ralphie returns to give his kids a magical Christmas like the ones of his childhood.
See the original post on Youtube
Love Hard
This new Netflix movie explores the world of modern online dating. An LA writer (Nina Dobrev) travels across the country to surprise her new boyfriend (Darren Barnet) for Christmas, only to find out she's been catfished.
See the original post on Youtube
Single All the Way
Peter's family worries about him being single, so he brings his best friend home for the holidays to pose as his boyfriend. Their plan goes awry when his family steps in to play matchmaker. Jennifer Coolidge steals the show (naturally) as Peter's Aunt Sandy.
See the original post on Youtube
Noelle
Anna Kendrick stars as Kris Kringle's daughter, Noelle, who must find her brother Nick (Bill Hader) in time to save Christmas.
See the original post on Youtube
Unaccompanied Minors
Christmas Eve is already hectic so just imagine when a blizzard shuts down the entire airport. That's what happened to five stranded youths who decide to take advantage of the situation and let loose. We're talking sliding down baggage claim chutes, racing golf carts, and more!
See the original post on Youtube
Dr. Seuss' The Grinch
If the live-action version isn’t quite your speed, then try the newer cartoon film starring Benedict Cumberbatch.
See the original post on Youtube
Elf
Will Ferrell stars in this favorite that fills our hearts with joy each holiday season.
See the original post on Youtube
Home Alone
Kevin McCallister's tale of taking on thieves after his parents accidentally leave him home for the holidays will be a favorite for viewers old and young.
See the original post on Youtube
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and the rest of the Muppets put their spin on the story of Ebenezer Scrooge.
See the original post on Youtube
Love Actually
It's impossible not to be charmed by the various storylines that unfold over the course of this beloved film.
See the original post on Youtube
Christmas in Connecticut
This 1945 comedy is as classic as it is funny! In it, journalist Elizabeth Lane masquerades as a fabulous cook...and nobody's the wiser. For a little while.
See the original post on Youtube
Daddy's Home 2
Christmastime can be interesting when you have a blended family. That's why father and stepfather Dusty and Brad want to make it perfect for their children. As soon as they start getting along, their dads visit for Christmas and start to turn the holiday upside down.
See the original post on Youtube
Last Christmas
Kate works as an elf in a year-round Christmas shop. Just when she seems to be stuck in a rut, she meets Tom who seems too good to be true. As it turns out the most wonderful time of the year has a special gift in store—a holly jolly romance.
See the original post on Youtube
Mean Girls
If you don't think of Mean Girls as a quintessential Christmas movie, think again! "Jingle Bell Rock," anyone?
See the original post on Youtube
Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas
You just can't have Christmas without at least one Madea Christmas viewing. It's become a classic!
See the original post on Youtube
A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas
You might want to tell the kids to go to bed before turning this one on. It may be inappropriate and a bit over-the-top, but we can't get enough of Harold and Kumar—especially at Christmastime.
See the original post on Youtube
Why Him?
James Franco with a family Christmas card tatted on his back? Sign us up! When an overprotective dad visits his daughter for the holidays, he's in for a little surprise. Her boyfriend is an eccentric billionaire and it's going to take some warming up for the two to get along.
See the original post on Youtube
Get Santa
We're still not over our first viewing of this 2014 British comedy. It follows Santa's journey after he's thrown in jail for crashing his sleigh.
See the original post on Youtube
Bridget Jones' Diary
A British woman tries to balance her career, friends, and love life in this rom-com that's perfect for cozy nights in with your gal pals.
See the original post on Youtube
I'll Be Home For Christmas
Jonathan Taylor Thomas will have the kids cracking up as they watch his character's parents try to curb his rebellious streak.
See the original post on Youtube
Gremlins
You can leave some Christmas cookies out for Santa, but don't feed these troublesome creatures a minute after midnight.
See the original post on Youtube
This Christmas
The Whitfields are together for the first time in years, so obviously plenty of buried family drama is brought along too.
See the original post on Youtube
Deck the Halls
Matthew Broderick and Danny DeVito are rival neighbors, each trying to outdo the other's Christmas spirit with over-the-top displays.
See the original post on Youtube
A Bad Moms Christmas
Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn are back, and this time they're dealing with their own moms who decide to pop in over Christmas.
See the original post on Youtube
Home Alone 2: Lost In New York
The sequel set in New York City is almost as classic as the original. The jury is still out about the Disney remake though.
See the original post on Youtube
Just Friends
Ten years after leaving town, an unpopular-kid-turned-record-executive returns and tries to show his former crush what she's been missing.
See the original post on Youtube
Ernest Saves Christmas
When Santa gets into a rough patch, it’s up to the klutzy character, Ernest, to save the day.
See the original post on Youtube
Arthur Christmas
Santa’s youngest son has to deliver a present to the one child who was accidentally forgotten.
See the original post on Youtube
Fred Claus
Vince Vaughn plays Fred Claus, Nicholas’s misbehaving brother who has to work off the debt he owes to his famous sibling after getting bailed out of trouble.
See the original post on Youtube
Office Christmas Party
Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Olivia Munn, Kate McKinnon, and T.J. Miller play coworkers who are trying to save their office with an epic holiday party.
See the original post on Youtube
The Holiday
Two women who need a break from their personal lives swap homes for (you guessed it) the holidays.
See the original post on Youtube
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Watch this live-action take on the classic Dr. Seuss tale. Jim Carrey will have you in stitches.
See the original post on Youtube
A Christmas Story
Lamp lights, bunny costumes, and cries of "You'll shoot your eye out, kid!" will keep your crew entertained for hours.
See the original post on Youtube
Four Christmases
Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn try to keep their cools as they visit their many relatives on one chaotic Christmas Day.
See the original post on Youtube
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
The Griswolds and their collection of mishaps make for a fun-filled viewing you'll want to repeat year after year.
See the original post on Youtube
Christmas with the Kranks
The Kranks decide to skip out on Christmas—until their only daughter decides to surprise them at the last minute, uprooting their plans.
See the original post on Youtube
Jingle All the Way
Parents and kids will get a kick out of watching Arnold Schwarzenegger battle other last-minute shoppers to get his son the ultimate Christmas present.
See the original post on Youtube
The Santa Clause
After an accident at his house, Tim Allen suddenly finds that Santa is very real—and that he's expected to take his place as the reigning Kris Kringle.
See the original post on Youtube
Scrooged
The classic tale gets a modern upgrade starring Bill Murray as the title character who learns a few important lessons the hard way.
See the original post on Youtube
White Christmas
Bing Crosby stars in this iconic musical where he and his singing partner try to romance a pair of sisters.
See the original post on Youtube
The Night Before
Three friends decide to end a years-long Christmas Eve tradition in seriously ridiculous style.
See the original post on Youtube
Trading Places
Want to see Dan Aykroyd at an all-time low in a dirty Santa suit? Look no further. Although, there's no gift giving or Christmas tree hunting in this movie, it takes places during Christmastime when a wealthy broker switches lifestyles with a homeless hustler for a bet.
See the original post on Youtube
Bad Santa
A pair of thieving conmen finds a change of heart after befriending a young boy who needs help standing up to bullies.
See the original post on Youtube
The Dog Who Saved Christmas
Zeus will bring al the laughs in this film. The Dog Who Saved Christmas is a family-favorite!
See the original post on Youtube
Friday After Next
As the third movie in the Friday series, the jolly holiday doesn't start as planned when a thief in a Santa suit robs Craig (Ice Cube) and Day-Day (Mike Epps). This sends the two cousins on an interesting adventure to recover their Christmas gifts and rent money.
See the original post on Youtube
You Might Also Like
